Date and Time: August 29, 2024 (Thursday) For details and registration, please use the link below! https://pages.waters.com/2024-08-29-WBN-TAJPPolymerEvaluationSeminarRheology_LP-Registration1.html 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM [Title] Fundamentals of Viscoelastic Measurement Using Rotational Rheometers and Applications to Polymer Materials [Overview] Rheology is the scientific field concerning the deformation and flow of materials, utilized across a wide range of markets including petrochemicals, food, and pharmaceuticals. In polymers, rheological measurement techniques significantly cover the manufacturing value chain from synthesis to formulation, process characteristics, and the performance of final products. This presentation will focus on the fundamentals of rotational rheometers, followed by examples of polymer rheology analysis centered on thermoplastic and thermosetting resins, as well as elastomers. [Speaker] Masayoshi Takano, Application Department, TA Instruments

Event Date and Time: July 4, 2024 (Thursday) For details and registration, please use the link below! https://pages.waters.com/2024-07-04-WBN-TAJP-AutoTrimShortWebinar_LP-Registration1.html 1:00 PM - 1:40 PM [Title] Measurement Methods and Evaluation Cases of Thermal and Light-Curable Resins Using a Rotational Rheometer [Overview] Rotational rheometers possess excellent capabilities to evaluate an extremely wide range of viscosity and elasticity, spanning several orders of magnitude from low-viscosity liquids to high-elasticity solids. In the rapidly growing electronics industry, thermal and light-curable resins are widely used for encapsulation and adhesion in semiconductors and electronic devices. This presentation will introduce the lineup of equipment and accessories designed to meet the advanced technical requirements for these materials, along with measurement examples. [Speaker] Masayoshi Takano, Application Department, TA Instruments

Event Date and Time: July 9, 2024 (Tuesday) For details and registration, please use the link below! https://pages.waters.com/2024-07-09-WBN-TAJPRheo-ISWebinarwithHIOKI_LP-Registration1.html 13:00–13:10 Introduction 13:10–13:55 [Title] Evaluation of Electronic Conductivity of Slurries – Introduction to Impedance Analysis Principles and Case Studies [Speaker] Naoto Nakayama, HIOKI E.E. Corporation 13:55–14:40 [Title] Evaluation of LIB Electrode Slurries Under Flow Using Rheo-Impedance Measurement [Speaker] Yuki Kawata, Application Department, TA Instruments

Event Date and Time: June 21, 2024 (Friday) For details and registration, please use the link below! https://pages.waters.com/2024-06-21-WBN-TAJP-DMAShortWebinar_LP-Registration1.html 1:00 PM - 1:40 PM [Title] Three Types of DMA Instruments: Features and Measurement Examples [Overview] Understanding the mechanical properties of materials is crucial for determining and ensuring product performance, reliability, and processability. DMA: Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer measures the response of stress and strain under mechanical deformation. Our company offers three types of DMA instruments, providing solutions tailored to the measurement content. We will introduce the features of each instrument and measurement examples. [Instructor] Yasuki Otsuka, Applications Department, TA Instruments

Event Date and Time: June 11, 2024 (Tuesday) For details and registration, please use the link below! https://pages.waters.com/2024-06-18-WBN-TAJP-RheoISShrotWebinar_LP-Registration1.html 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM [Title] Fundamentals of Rheology in Dispersed Systems and Viscosity in Flow Fields - Simultaneous Measurement of Impedance [Overview] Rheological measurements are widely used in industry to determine the viscosity and elasticity of polymer solutions, epoxy curing processes, concentrated dispersions of electronic material pastes, emulsifiers in food and pharmaceuticals, and more. However, structured viscoelastic materials such as emulsions and suspensions exhibit diverse flow curves that require complex interpretations. To complement this interpretation, we will present the development of a sensor capable of simultaneously measuring dielectric constant and impedance while controlling temperature in the flow field, along with examples of its applications. [Instructor] Jun Kanai, Sales Manager, TA Instruments

Event Date and Time: June 11, 2024 (Tuesday) You can register for the archived video using the link below! https://pages.waters.com/2024-06-11-WBN-TAJP-BCMSShortWebinar_LP-Registration1.html 1:00 PM - 1:40 PM [Title] Thermal Characteristics of Batteries Observed with a Microcalorimeter [Overview] A microcalorimeter is a device that can measure very small changes in heat with high sensitivity and is widely used to understand the thermal characteristics of substances and chemical reactions. It is also useful in the research and development of battery technology, including the analysis of battery self-discharge and degradation mechanisms, as well as safety evaluations. This presentation will introduce the overview and principles of microcalorimeters, along with application examples focused on batteries. [Speaker] Minako Maeda, Application Department, TA Instruments

Event Date and Time: May 16, 2024 (Thursday) For details and registration, please visit the link below! https://pages.waters.com/2024-05-31-WBN-TAJP-Electronicmaterialsseminar_LP-Registration1.html 13:00 - 14:30 [Title] Case Studies of Failures in Semiconductor Electronic Components Caused by Stress and Moisture Absorption, and Evaluation of the Properties of Packaging Materials [Speaker] Tetsuya Onishi, Managing Director, G.J.Tech (Grand Joint Technology Ltd.), a consulting company specializing in semiconductor-related packaging processes 14:30 - 14:45 [Title] Introduction to the Discovery SA Moisture Absorption and Desorption Weight Measurement Device [Speaker] Minako Maeda, Applications Department, TA Instruments 14:45 - 15:00 [Title] Measurement Devices and Case Studies of Expansion and Viscoelasticity Under Temperature and Humidity Changes [Speaker] Yasuki Otsuka, Applications Department, TA Instruments

Event Date and Time: April 18, 2024 (Thursday) For details and registration, please use the link below! https://pages.waters.com/2024-04-18-WBN-TAJP-BatteryWebinar_LP-Registration1.html 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM [Title] The Role of Material Powders and Evaluation Techniques in Lithium-Ion Batteries [Speaker] Kazushi Okui, Dainen Material Co., Ltd. 2:00 PM - 2:20 PM [Title] Evaluation of Powder Materials for Batteries Using Powder Accessories for Rotational Rheometers [Speaker] Masayoshi Takano, TA Instruments Application Department 2:20 PM - 2:40 PM [Title] New Method for Slurry Analysis Connecting Powders to Electrodes: Leo Impedance Measurement [Speaker] Yuki Kawata, TA Instruments Application Department 2:40 PM - 3:00 PM [Title] Introduction of the Latest Model of Basic Powder Property Measurement Equipment (by Micromeritics) [Speaker] Yushi Hiromatsu, Shimadzu Science East Japan Co., Ltd.

13:00～14:00 Examples of ITC Utilization - Useful Information Beyond Binding Strength - Masayuki Oda, Kyoto Prefectural University The Isothermal Titration Calorimeter (ITC) is a device that detects changes in heat associated with titration at a constant temperature, primarily used for analyzing molecular interactions. It provides information not only about binding strengths such as Ka and Kd of biomacromolecules like proteins, but also about binding ratios and thermodynamic quantities (ΔH, ΔS, etc.). This presentation will introduce how these pieces of information can be useful and applied, based on specific examples. 14:00～14:30 Introduction to Isothermal Titration Calorimetry (ITC) and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) for Biomacromolecules Minako Maeda, TA Instruments Application Department

Event Date and Time: March 2, 2023 (Thursday) 13:00 - 14:45 For details and registration, please use the button or link below! https://info.tainstruments.com/2023-03-02-WBN-EF_LP-Registration.html 13:00 - 13:45 Suzuki Material Technology and Consulting Co., Ltd. Mr. Takanori Suzuki [Title] Battery and Mechanical Properties - Batteries are not Static Devices - 13:50 - 14:10 TA Instruments Japan Co., Ltd. Application Department Yasuki Otsuka [Title] Features of the ElectroForce Mechanical Testing System, Testing Modes, and Measurement Examples 14:15 - 14:45 Dainen Material Co., Ltd. Mr. Hajime Okui [Title] The Potential of Battery Materials Derived from the ElectroForce Mechanical Testing System

Event Date and Time: March 1, 2023 (Wednesday) 13:00 - 15:20 For details and registration, please use the button or link below! https://info.tainstruments.com/2023-03-01-WBN-_LP-Registration.html 13:00 - 14:30 Masaki Yoshii, Ph.D. (Engineering), Technical Advisor, Seiro Japan Co., Ltd. [Title] Evaluation Techniques for Curing and Flow Properties of Semiconductor Encapsulation Resins 14:35 - 14:55 Yuki Kawada, Applications Department, TA Instruments Japan Co., Ltd. [Title] Thermal Analysis and Viscoelastic Measurement Devices Used for Characterization of Semiconductor-Related Resins 15:00 - 15:20 Jun Kanai, Sales Department, TA Instruments Japan Co., Ltd. [Title] Analysis of New Thermal Expansion Measurements Focused on Electronic Components

Event Date and Time: February 22, 2023 (Wednesday) 13:00 - 13:45 For details and registration, please use the button or link below! https://info.tainstruments.com/2023-02-22-WBN-EF_LP-Registration.html 13:00 - 13:45 [Title] Evaluation of Polymer Materials Using the ElectroForce DMA3200, a Fusion Device of High Load DMA and Fatigue Testing Machine [Speaker] Yasuki Otsuka, Application Department, TA Instruments [Overview] An excellent device that can perform high-load viscoelastic measurements and fatigue testing all in one! This presentation will cover the ElectroForce DMA3200, which combines the durability and precision necessary for fatigue property evaluation with over 25 times the power of a standard DMA. The presentation will introduce the features of the device and actual measurement examples of polymer materials.

Event Date and Time: January 20, 2023 (Friday) 13:00 - 14:30 (including Q&A) For details and registration, please use the button or link below! https://info.tainstruments.com/2023-01-20-WBN-_LP-Registration.html 13:00 - 13:30 [Title] Evaluation of Metal Materials and Ceramics Using High-Temperature Analysis Techniques [Instructor] Daisuke Yamamoto, Sales Department, TA Instruments 13:30 - 14:00 [Title] Crushing and Mixing of Ceramics and Mechanochemical Processes [Instructor] Takahisa Kimura, Fritsch Japan Co., Ltd. 14:00 - 14:30 [Title] Thermal Analysis and Rheological Measurement of Energy-Related Ceramic Materials [Instructor] Yuki Kawada, Applications Department, TA Instruments

13:00～14:00 Analysis of the interaction between sleep substance-synthesizing enzyme and ligand using isothermal titration calorimetry Shigeru Shimamoto, Lecturer, Department of Life Science, College of Science and Engineering, Kinki University Isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC) has the significant advantage of detecting molecular interactions in a form that is closer to the state present in vivo, without the need for chemical modifications, immobilization, or detection probes. Furthermore, it is a method that provides nearly complete thermodynamic parameters related to the interactions. Here, I will introduce the analysis of the interaction between lipocalin-type prostaglandin D synthase (L-PGDS), which acts as a sleep substance-synthesizing enzyme in the mammalian brain, and its ligand, prostaglandin (PG), using ITC, and discuss the elucidation of the enzyme reaction mechanism in conjunction with structural information. 14:00～14:30 Introduction to isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) for biomacromolecules Minako Maeda, Applications Department, TA Instruments

Event Date and Time: July 28 (Thursday) and 29 (Friday), 2022, 13:00–14:30 (including Q&A) For details and registration, please use the link below! *Thank you for your participation!* Day 1 13:00–14:00 [Title] Materials that Make Up Batteries: "PVDF as a Binder" [Instructor] Takafumi Suzuki, Suzuki Material Technology and Consulting Co., Ltd. 14:00–14:30 [Title] Characterization of Battery Materials Using Thermal Analysis and Viscoelastic Measurement [Instructor] Yuki Kawada, TA Instruments Application Department Day 2 13:00–13:30 [Title] Basics of Impedance Measurement in Liquid Phase Particle Dispersion Systems [Instructor] Naoto Nakayama, Hioki E.E. Corporation 13:30–14:00 [Title] Combined Analysis of Rheology and Impedance in Electrode Slurries [Instructor] Yuki Kawada, TA Instruments Application Department 14:00–14:30 [Title] The Most Critical Process Affecting Battery Performance: "Source Process" and Visualization of Slurry Properties [Instructor] Hajime Okui, Dainen Material Co., Ltd.

Event Date and Time: November 17, 2022 (Thursday) 13:00 - 14:00 (including Q&A) For details and registration, please use the button or link below! *Thank you for your participation!* 13:00 - 14:00 [Title] Is that malfunction caused by the resin? Understanding resin properties through material analysis under temperature and humidity control [Instructor] Yuki Kawada, Application Department, TA Instruments

Event Date and Time: December 19, 2022 (Thursday) 13:00 - 13:40 (including Q&A) For details and registration, please use the button or link below! *Thank you for your participation!* 13:00 - 13:20 [Title] Rheology of Powders and Introduction of New Measurement Accessories [Speaker] Masayoshi Takano, Application Department, TA Instruments 13:20 - 13:40 [Title] The Importance of Crushing Before Analysis [Speaker] Takahisa Kimura, Fritsch Japan Co., Ltd.

[Title] Introduction of Accessories for Polymer Rheometers TA Instruments Application Department, Masayoshi Takano In response to the request, "I want to know more about TA's rheometer accessories!" we will introduce a wide range of accessories in two parts. The second part will mainly focus on applications for "polymers." Examples of introduced accessories: DMA, dielectric relaxation, humidity control, elongational viscosity, polymer library (Mw/MWD calculation software)

**Title:** Evaluation of Metal Materials and Ceramics Using High-Temperature Analysis Technology TA Daisuke Yamamoto This presentation introduces the measurement principles, features, and evaluation examples of high-temperature analysis equipment handled by our company. The equipment includes flash method thermal diffusivity testing devices, thermal expansion measurement devices, and high-temperature viscometers. While a wide variety of materials can be evaluated, this time we will focus particularly on examples of metal materials and ceramics. From these devices, useful insights can be gained regarding resistance to temperature changes, dimensional changes, material composition, purity, structure, and optimization of manufacturing processes through firing. **Title:** Can Temperature Be Determined from Images? A Seminar on Welding Temperature Analysis Using High-Speed Cameras Shunsuke Hayashi, Nack Image Technology Co., Ltd. The high-speed camera visualizes phenomena occurring at incredible speeds. In fact, it not only allows for the observation of phenomena from recorded footage but also enables temperature analysis. Nack Image Technology Co., Ltd., which has been manufacturing and selling high-speed cameras for many years, will introduce the principles and methods of temperature analysis using high-speed cameras. ■ Examples of "visualization" using high-speed cameras in the welding field ■ Principles and methods of temperature analysis using high-speed cameras

Medical Device Evaluation and Analysis Seminar ~Fatigue Testing Machines Supporting Healthcare~ Date and Time: December 8, 2021 (Wednesday) 1:00 PM - 1:40 PM (including Q&A) Online Tool: Zoom [Instructor] Kazutoshi Akamine, TA Instruments In recent years, our lives have been supported by various medical devices, starting with contact lenses. These devices assist or replace biological functions by directly contacting the body, and when a malfunction occurs, they can suddenly become harmful toxins to the human body. Therefore, sufficient durability is essential for medical devices. This presentation will introduce evaluation methods for medical devices using the ElectroForce series, an electric high-load viscoelastic measurement device/fatigue testing machine from TA Instruments, along with case studies.

Event Date and Time: December 14, 2021 (Tuesday) 13:00 - 15:00 (including Q&A) 13:00 - 14:00 [Title] Rheology of Conductive Paste and Its Printing and Coating Properties [Speaker] Takashi Narumi, Emeritus Professor, Niigata University First, an overview of the flow characteristics of dispersed fluid systems and peculiar flow in concentrated dispersions will be introduced. Following that, using the flow phenomena in screen printing and dip coating of conductive paste as examples, the relationship between the rheological properties of the paste calculated in a basic flow field and the actual flow phenomena involving complex deformation processes will be discussed. 14:00 - 14:30 [Title] Rheology of Paste - Fundamentals of Measurement Methods and Analysis Cases - [Speaker] Masayoshi Takano, Applications Department, TA Instruments 14:30 - 15:00 [Title] Measurement of Thermal Curing and Photocuring Using Thermal Analysis and Viscoelastic Measurement Devices [Speaker] Yuki Kawata, Applications Department, TA Instruments

We are pleased to welcome Mr. Hirobumi Matsumoto from Flexlink Technology Co., Ltd., who is active as a seminar lecturer on FPC technology (former Director and Fellow of Japan Mectron Co., Ltd.), to give a presentation on the latest trends in FPC material development for 5G/6G. Mr. Matsumoto's lecture will be available only via live streaming! There will be no archive distribution afterwards. Thank you for your understanding. Don't miss this valuable lecture! We will also introduce TA instruments and measurement examples that can assist in electronic materials research. We look forward to your participation. 【Participation Tool】Zoom *You can also participate via a web browser. (Participation is possible without downloading the Zoom application) Participation Fee: Free For details on the content and registration, please refer to the detailed page. We will notify you of the participation details via email one week before the event. Mr. Hirobumi Matsumoto, Flexlink Technology Co., Ltd. 【Title】Latest Trends in FPC Material Development for 5G/6G TA Instruments Application Division, Otsuka and Kawada 【Title】Measurement Devices and Examples for Thermal Expansion and Fatigue of Electronic Materials 【Title】Thermal Analysis Device for Measuring the Effects of Humidity

Thank you for your continued support! We appreciate the participation of many people! If you would like to view the recorded seminar, please apply through the "Details/Registration" button! It has been extremely hot every day; how is everyone doing? This time, we have planned a short online seminar (about 40 minutes) on the "HP-TGA7500," which allows for thermal weight measurement under high-pressure conditions of 80 bar. 【Participation Tool】Zoom *You can also participate via a web browser. (Participation is possible without downloading the Zoom application) Participation fee: Free For details and registration, please check the detailed page. We will also notify you of the course details via email one week before the event. TA Instruments Inside Sales Department Kazutoshi Akamine 【Title】What is a magnetic levitation balance?! High-pressure thermal weight measurement device HP-TGA and measurement examples.

Thank you for your enthusiastic support! We appreciate the participation of many people! If you would like to watch the recorded seminar, please apply through the "Details/Application" button! It's been extremely hot every day, but how is everyone doing? This time, we have planned a short online seminar (about 40 minutes) on our new product "X3 DSC," which allows simultaneous measurement of three samples. 【Participation Tool】Zoom *You can also join from a web browser. (Participation is possible without downloading the Zoom application) Participation fee: Free Please check the details page for content and application. We will notify you of the course details via email one week before the event. TA Instruments Application Department, Yuki Kawada 【Title】Simultaneous Measurement of 3 Samples! Equipment and Measurement Examples of the New Product Discovery X3DSC

Thank you for your enthusiastic participation!! We appreciate the many attendees! If you would like to watch the seminar recording, please apply through the "Details/Application" button! It's been extremely hot every day; how is everyone doing? This time, we have planned a short online seminar (about 40 minutes) on ultra-high temperature analysis. 【Participation Tool】Zoom *You can also participate from a web browser. (Participation is possible without downloading the Zoom application) Participation fee: Free Please check the details page for content and application. We will notify you of the course details via email one week before the event. TA Instruments Sales Department Daisuke Yamamoto 【Title】Evaluation of Metal Materials and Ceramics Using Ultra-High Temperature Analysis Equipment

On July 16 (Friday), we will invite Professor Yoshinobu Isono, Emeritus Professor at Nagaoka University of Technology, to give a presentation titled "Dynamic Viscoelastic Evaluation of Filled Rubber (Thinking from Basics and Clarifying Misunderstandings!)." He will introduce optimal devices and application examples for evaluating rubber materials and solid polymer materials. Additionally, as part of a collaborative project, we will have a presentation on analysis using high-speed cameras by Nack Image Technology Co., Ltd., which provides imaging measurement technology. 【Participation Tool】 Zoom *You can also participate via a web browser. (Participation is possible without downloading the Zoom application) Participation Fee: Free Please see the detailed page for content and registration. We will notify you of the course details via email one week before the event. Professor Yoshinobu Isono, Emeritus Professor at Nagaoka University of Technology 【Title】 Dynamic Viscoelastic Evaluation of Filled Rubber (Thinking from Basics and Clarifying Misunderstandings!)

On April 2nd (Friday), we will start an online seminar on batteries, inviting Mr. Yoshiyasu Saito from the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Energy and Environment Division, Energy Conservation Research Department. We hope you find it useful for your research and development of batteries. Additionally, there will be a presentation from our group company, Japan Waters. We look forward to your applications. 【Participation Tool】Zoom *You can also participate via a web browser. (Participation is possible without downloading the Zoom application) Participation fee: Free Please refer to the detailed page for content and application information. We will notify you of the participation details via email one week before the event. Mr. Yoshiyasu Saito, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology 【Title】Utilization of Thermal Measurement and Thermal Analysis in Research and Development of Lithium-Ion Batteries Others

★ Announcement of Online Seminar on Pharmaceuticals to be Held on February 10 ★ On February 10, we will hold a seminar on the analysis and evaluation of pharmaceuticals, featuring Dr. Kawakami from the National Institute for Materials Science (Group Leader/Chief Researcher of the Medical Application Soft Matter Group, also a Professor in the Graduate School of Pure and Applied Sciences at Tsukuba University). Additionally, there will be a presentation from our group company, Waters Japan. We look forward to your applications. 【Participation Tool】Zoom *You can also participate via a web browser. (Participation is possible without downloading the Zoom application) Participation Fee: Free Please refer to the detailed page for content and application information. We will notify you of the participation details via email one week before the event. Dr. Wataru Kawakami, National Institute for Materials Science [Title] Thermal Analysis Equipment as a Research Tool for Pharmaceuticals: Advanced Utilization Beyond Mere Evaluation Methods Others

★ T.A. Instrument ★ Announcement of the Online Live Seminar on Rheology We are pleased to announce an online seminar that will be held on January 15th, 2021. Due to the popularity of the online rheology seminar we held in May of this year, we have decided to hold it again. Feel free to participate from your home or workplace. ● Date and Time: January 15, 2021 (Friday) 13:30 - ● Participation Fee: Free ● Participation Tool: Zoom (planned) Please check the following URL for details. https://reg34.smp.ne.jp/regist/is?SMPFORM=mis-lfleke-2c81dbc799c7197ea97011c8ea76861c

★ T.A. Instrument ★ Announcement of Online LIVE Seminar on Thermal Analysis We are pleased to announce an online seminar on thermal analysis to be held on January 14, 2021. Due to the popularity of the online thermal analysis seminar held in May of this year, we have decided to hold it again. Feel free to join from your home or workplace. ● Date and Time: January 14, 2021 (Thursday) 13:30～ ● Participation Fee: Free ● Participation Tool: Zoom (planned) For more details, please check the URL below. https://reg34.smp.ne.jp/regist/is?SMPFORM=mis-lflekc-8380f8032a474c74b8886788de350993